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My teenager's back to school must haves
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items These are all the things my teenager had on her back to school list. We will continue to add to the list as we buy all the things she needs for back to school. Hope you find our list helpful.
My teenager's favorite backpack. She would tell you that it has to be the black one. ⚫️ The cool kids only do the black one apparently. 😆
JanSport Cool Student 17.5" Backpack Fits 15" Laptop Synthetic Leather Bottom - Black
Silly Goose! My teen was obsessed with this so we bought it to add to her backpack zipper
She loves it
I think it's pretty cute too. 😍
Pen + Gear Mini Plush Goose Bag Charm, White, Perfect for Students of All Ages--Elementary, Middle School, High School, College, and Adult Professionals
My daughter loves five star brand. We love this because it makes it easy to get organized by subject. This is a must for middle school and highschool
Five Star Advance 5 Subject College Ruled Notebook Plus Study App, 8.5" x 11", White, Poly, Spiral, 200 Sheets
My daughter loves this spiral notebook. It has room for 5 subjects, making it easy to keep all her class work separate without carrying multiple notebooks.
Five Star Spiral Notebook + Study App, 5 Subject, College Ruled, 8.5" x 11", Black - Walmart.com
We love these mechanical pencils. My daughter loves the cute pastel colors and I like the price. My daughter is always lending out pencils and she rarely gets them back. 😆
We usually get one big pack and it will last for most of the school year. 🏫
BiC 40pk Xtra Smooth Pastel 0.7mm Mechanical Pencil:Retractable, Pocket Clip, School & Office Supplies, Multicolored
We are giving these a try thia year. My teen loves mechanical pencils. These ones say the lead does not break. We shall see... Either way they are super cute and we love the colorful erasers. 💗
BIC Break Resistant Mechanical Pencils, No. 2, High School Supplies, 0.7 mm, 4-Count
These felt tip flair pens are super popular with the kids. They are perfect for your little artist. 😍 These are my daughters favorite pens for art class.
Paper Mate Flair 24pk Felt Pens 0.7mm Medium Tip Multicolored: Art Stationery, Durable Quick Drying, Pocket Clip
Do these pens ever go out of style? I think not! I think everyone should own these colorful pens at some point. Make taking notes, bright and cheerful. It's the little things in life. 😊
BiC 4 Color Pastel Ink and Barrels 2ct Blister
My daughter says these are the best pens for school. She loves the cute colors and reports that they write smoothly.
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pens, Candy Pop Colors, Medium (0.7mm) Point, Retractable, 4 Count - Walmart.com
My daughter loves these highlighters. She loves that there are so many cute pastel colors. Makes taking notes a lot more fun. 🎨
Sharpie Clear View 12pk Highlighters Chisel Tip Multicolored: Bold & Fine Markers for School Supplies
Silly goose! This matches the goose 🪿 charm we bought for my daughters backpack, so of course we needed a goose planner. She loves this, and I love that she wants to stay organized
Pen+Gear 13-Month Monthly Planner, July 2026-July 2027, Blue and White Geese, 9" x 11"
This calculator has all the functions we need, and at a great price. We were happy to find this. Get your kiddo one before they run out. 🏃♀️
Walmart Product Page Title: 1146854305 - Shop Online Today
My teen loves this case for all her school tools. The clear case makes it so easy to find things quickly. ❤️
Hard Sided Zipper Pencil Case Clear - up&up™
This is our favorite water bottle for school. It is leakproof, and according to my daughter all the kids have one. So we bought a new one for this year and the pink is adorable!!! We love this. Keeps water cold all day
Owala 24 fl oz Stainless Steel FreeSip Water Bottle - Read My Lips
These were a birthday gift, and my daughter loves them. ❤️ The quality is amazing. I find myself borrowing these sometimes. She uses these when doing school work on her Chromebook.
AirPods Max 2 - Purple - Walmart.com
A perfect size to take notes and doodle in. My kiddo loves this spiral mini notebook. She claims she needed it cause its so aesthetic ✨️ 😆
Five Star Fat Lil' Spiral Notebook, College Ruled, 200 Sheets, Poly, 3.5" x 5.5", Tidewater Blue
My kids love hand sanitizer spray, with all the germs in schools Im ok with this purchase 👌 These are a fraction of the cost of some similar ones and smell so good. ❤️
VQ Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer Spray - Violet Vanilla - 1.01 fl oz: Bottle With Spray Dispenser, Vegan, Ethyl Alcohol 70%
My daughter is not a lunch eater. She likes to snack. This is perfect for carrying her homemade snacks. Holds the perfect amount.
Snack Bento Lunch Box - Cat & Jack™ Ditsy Floral
Perfect for your snacks. My daughter prefers to bring snacks over a full lunch
These are perfect
2pk Peva Snack Bags - Cat & Jack™ Ditsy Floral
A basic white binder is a must. My daughter loves to add photo collages of her and her friends to these binders.
1" 3 Ring Binder Clear View White - up&up™: 220 Sheet Capacity, 4 Internal Pockets, D Rings, Metal & Polypropylene
Protecting our laptop is a priority. Kids toss their backpacks around. Make sure you are Protecting those expensive devices.
U Brands Medium Nylon Puffer Laptop Pouch Pink Stripe
The cutest locker accessories for your teen. My daughter had to have this set. Since I an a sucker for cute things I agreed. 😍 This adorable set is worth it..
U Brands 6ct 7"x5" Magnetic Locker Accessory Kit Darling Details
Adorable dividers to keep that binder organized by subject. My daughter loves girly things. She loved these and had to have them. ❤️ 🌼 🌸
LoveShackFancy x Target - Yoobi Blooming Heirloom, Happy Thoughts, Coquette Bow, Everblooming Rosettes Tab Dividers 8-Tab
Shoes that my daughter wanted for back to school. Vans for the win. So adorable 😍 💖
Vans Knu Skool Skate Shoe - Black / True White
DC is back. My daughter loves these shoes. Im sure I had a pair of these at her age. Its so fun to see fashion repeat itself ❤️ 😍 💖
Womens DC Court Graffik Skate Shoe - Black / Pink